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If there is one thing wrong with the 150MT2 it’s the lack of a DVI input. The only way of connecting the screen to a PC is via an analogue D-SUB connector, which is a bit of a shame considering the cutting edge nature of the product. It may seem like a small point, but most graphics cards these days have DVI outputs and connecting digitally means that you’ll never have to adjust the image.

Lack of DVI aside, the 150MT2 is a great little screen. If you happen to have your PC in your bedroom it makes an excellent TV complete with it’s own remote control. The inclusion of progressive scan DVD input is very welcome, especially for home cinema enthusiasts like myself. However, if you were really into DVD movies enough to want a progressive scan monitor, you’re likely to want a much bigger screen than this one. Again though, if you’re short on space or if you’re using the 150MT2 as a second TV/DVD configuration the progressive scan input is a great bonus.

If anything, the 150MT2 is proof that Philips can create great looking cutting edge products that blur the line between the consumer and IT markets. You’ve got to really want the TV and AV functionality to justify the £449 price point considering you can buy a 17in flat panel for that kind of money. If however you are looking for an all-in-one screen you’d be hard pushed to find a better example than this one.

Verdict

A beautifully designed TV/monitor with some cutting edge AV features. It’s a shame that the screen isn’t larger considering the TV/movie watching bias of the product, but on the whole the 150MT2 is a great little all-in-one display device.

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